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Malema Fires Back at Musk Over Sanctions Demand

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2 months ago

Feb 10, 2025.

Malema dismissed Musk’s call for sanctions, calling him a “spoiled brat.”
He vowed to keep fighting for black people, even if labeled a criminal.
The feud has sparked fresh debates on race and politics in South Africa.

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema has hit back at billionaire Elon Musk after the tech mogul called for him to be declared an international criminal.

Musk’s remarks came after he retweeted an old video of Malema making controversial statements about “cutting the throat of whiteness.”

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In response, Musk demanded immediate sanctions against Malema and urged global leaders to take action.

Reacting on social media, Malema dismissed Musk’s criticism, calling him a “spoiled brat” and a “direct beneficiary of Apartheid whiteness.” He accused Musk of being ignorant about racial issues, saying, “I know black people look the same to you, typical racist. Look closer, and you will realise those are two different people.”

Malema further stated that he was not intimidated by Musk’s call for sanctions. “I don’t care about your sanctions; I will never stop fighting for black people to be equal to white people. If that makes me an international criminal, I am proud to be one,” he tweeted.

The public feud has sparked fresh debates on Malema’s rhetoric and Musk’s growing involvement in South African politics.